Last month, the Osceola Library System debuted OLLie, a new fully equipped Osceola Library Link van to serve as a Library on the Move to parts of the county not near an existing brick-and-mortar library.
The van offers a range of features, including a collection of books, games and toys, a TV display, as well as e Chromebook Laptops for tutoring, Wi-Fi hotspots capable of supporting 100 devices, and on-site printing services. OLLie is powered by a solar energy panel that powers an onboard generator.
This week, the Library announced where OLLie will make stops, twice a month to bring library services, collections, events, and education directly to the heart of the community. Those locations are:
Holopaw Community Center (8801 Community Center Road), 1st Wednesday & 4th Saturday, 12–4 p.m.
Fire Station 75 (7701 Funie Steed Road), 3rd Saturday & 4th Tuesday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Fire Station 67 (4150 Boggy Creek Road), 3rd Thursday & 4th Friday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Oren Brown Community Park (3511 Baker Dr, Kissimmee), 2nd Saturday & 3rd Tuesday, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., starting in February.
During these community stops resident can sign up for library cards, receive hands-on instruction in library resources, enjoy storytime and other favorite programs for all ages, and explore popular collections tailored to each neighborhood. Community stops can be a pickup location for requested items.
“These sites were thoughtfully selected to connect with our rapidly growing communities and enhance library access across the county,” Osceola Library officials said.
For more details about OLLie, visit https://www.osceolalibrary.org/osceola-library-link.
